OVERVIEW

Portland Cement Malawi Limited invites applications from suitably qualified, highly motivated team players and result driven candidates for consideration to fill the following position

1. Graduate Trainee – Internal Audit Department

ROLE SUMMARY

The Graduate Trainee will support the Internal Audit Department in carrying out audit assignments, risk assessments, and compliance reviews. The role is designed to provide structured training and exposure to internal auditing practices, enabling the trainee to develop professional competence and contribute to strengthening the company’s governance, risk management, and control environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit assignments in line with the approved annual audit plan.
• Participate in risk assessments and control evaluations across operational, financial, and compliance processes.
• Support in preparing working papers, audit evidence, and draft reports under the supervision of Internal Control and Audit Manager.
• Assist in monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to audits of procurement, HR, finance, and operational processes to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in data analysis and testing of transactions to identify irregularities or control weaknesses.
• Support the documentation of audit processes in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards).

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Auditing (preferred) or related fields such as Accounting, Finance, or Risk Management.
• Strong academic record with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, auditing standards, and risk management frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and report writing skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

Training and Development

The Graduate Trainee will undergo structured on the job training, mentorship, and exposure to diverse audit assignments. The program is designed to prepare the trainee for future professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other relevant qualifications.

Duration and Terms

Contract Type: Fixed term training contract (12 months)

Reporting To: Internal Audit & Control Manager.

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit assignments in line with the approved annual audit plan.
• Participate in risk assessments and control evaluations across operational, financial, and compliance processes.
• Support in preparing working papers, audit evidence, and draft reports under the supervision of Internal Control and Audit Manager.
• Assist in monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to audits of procurement, HR, finance, and operational processes to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in data analysis and testing of transactions to identify irregularities or control weaknesses.
• Support the documentation of audit processes in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards).

• Strong academic record with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, auditing standards, and risk management frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication and report writing skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Auditing (preferred) or related fields such as Accounting, Finance, or Risk Management.